Funder: American Association of University Women
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 stipend for one year, paid in two equal installments
Summary: Supports women pursuing their first doctorate across all fields by offsetting educational and living expenses.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or permanent residents and devote full-time effort to doctoral work.
Description
The American Doctoral Fellowship is part of the American Association of University Women’s flagship American Fellowship initiative, which began in 1888. It offsets scholars’ expenses during one year of doctoral study while advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia. Women in all fields may apply, with particular encouragement for applicants in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics or researching gender issues.
The fellowship supports original research, clinical inquiry, and applied-practice projects addressing important questions, needs, or gaps. Selection emphasizes scholarly excellence, feasible academic and financial plans, meaningful contributions to a field, and long-term career impact. Applicants should also demonstrate commitment to advancing opportunities or equity for women and girls through activities such as research, leadership, mentorship, advocacy, or community service.
